Private 4x4 Hatta Day Trip to Heritage… Cinestar

Souks and Deserts of Dubai

4 days (Dubai)

Destinations visited: Dubai

Grading:

Discovery and Cruising level

Grading Definitions

Discovery & Cruising

These are our least demanding trips. These journeys of discovery and cruises involve little or no extended activity and are suitable for people with a basic level of fitness and good health. The itinerary may take place in remote areas (with basic facilities) and may involve long travel days on various types of transport. Sightseeing may be conducted on foot and all participants should be capable of carrying their own luggage from vehicle to hotel rooms. These adventures do not go above 2500m and rarely involve camping.
Suggested preparation: Once or twice a week, we recommend you walk on undulating terrain for an hour, for at least 2 -3 months prior to departure.

Adventure Touring

Suggested preparation: Two or three times a week, we recommend you walk on undulating terrain for an hour or more, for at least 3 months prior to departure.

Introductory

These trips involve trekking or walking, cycling, rafting or sea kayaking for up to five or six hours a day at a slow but steady pace and should never be misinterpreted to mean they are easy trips. These trips do not spend time at altitudes above 4000m and are usually a week in duration. You will need a reasonable level of fitness and good health.
Suggested preparation: 30 minutes of aerobic type exercise, (either cycling or jogging) three times a week for three months leading up to your trek. For trekking, hill walking with a daypack in variable weather conditions is also recommended. For a cycling adventure, road cycling twice a week for three months prior to departure is recommended.

Introductory to Moderate

These trips involve a combination of what is described in our INTRODUCTORY and MODERATE levels. The emphasis is on introductory activity with several moderate stages

Moderate

These adventures involve trekking, cycling, rafting or sea kayaking for up to 6 or 7 hours a day at a steady pace. These trips may spend successive days at altitudes not generally exceeding 5,500m and are usually between 10 and 15 days in duration. You will need a good level of fitness and be in good health.
Suggested preparation: 45 minutes of aerobic type exercise, three to five times a week for the three months leading up to your trek. Hill walking with a pack in variable weather conditions or road cycling is also recommended depending upon the activity you plan to undertake.

Moderate to Challenging

These adventures involve trekking, cycling, rafting or sea kayaking for up to 6 or 7 hours a day at a steady pace. These trips may spend successive days at altitudes not generally exceeding 5,500m and are usually between 10 and 15 days in duration. You will need a good level of fitness and be in good health. Suggested preparation: 45 minutes of aerobic type exercise, three to five times a week for the three months leading up to your trek. Hill walking with a pack in variable weather conditions or road cycling is also recommended depending upon the activity you plan to undertake.

Challenging

These adventures involve trekking, cycling or rafting in remote areas in variable weather conditions for up to 8 to 10 hours a day (possibly more subject to weather conditions and altitude). This may include spending successive days at altitudes not generally exceeding 6000m. These trips may often be over three weeks in duration. You will need an excellent level of fitness, be prepared to carry a daypack weighing up to 8kgs (and in some cases a full pack) and be completely comfortable in adverse weather conditions.
Suggested preparation: One hour of aerobic type exercise, four to five times a week for three to six months prior to departure. Hill walking with a pack in variable weather conditions or on/off road cycling is also recommended.

Entry Mtn/Exploratory Treks

These adventures are classed as expeditions. They involve either extreme trekking and or basic mountaineering. Expect remote and poorly defined trails in variable weather conditions for up to 12 hours a day (possibly more subject to weather conditions and altitude). This may include a number of demanding high pass crossings and evacuation may be difficult from remote areas. Suitable for first time mountaineers wishing to take the step from trekking into the realm of mountaineering. Prior experience trekking at altitude is preferable but not essential and you should be comfortable in adverse weather conditions. Prior technical mountaineering experience is not necessary. Terrain will involve low angle snow slopes. Ropes may be used during treks for glacier travel and steeper sections of ice and snow. When mountaineering, basic mountaineering instruction is given by our mountaineering guides.
Suggested preparation: For grade 8-10 mountaineering expeditions you will need to be very fit and healthy. A minimum of 1 hour of aerobic exercise per session, four to five times a week is essential. Running and cycling in hilly areas is particularly beneficial as are multi day walks on the weekends. This is the ideal time to try out your boots and other gear to make sure you are prepared and ready for your expedition. If you are considering Intermediate or advanced level trips, you will need to discuss your preparation leading up to the trip with our expert staff.

Intermediate Mtn Expedition

Participants should be competent and self sufficient in the outdoors and have experience in multi day trekking at altitude. Prior experience on an entry level mountaineering expedition is highly recommended. The terrain will involve low to moderate angle snow slopes and traveling on crevassed glaciers. Experience using ice axe and crampons is preferred but not essential.
Suggested preparation: For grade 8-10 mountaineering expeditions you will need to be very fit and healthy. A minimum of 1 hour of aerobic exercise per session, four to five times a week is essential. Running and cycling in hilly areas is particularly beneficial as are multi day walks on the weekends. This is the ideal time to try out your boots and other gear to make sure you are prepared and ready for your expedition. If you are considering Intermediate or advanced level trips, you will need to discuss your preparation leading up to the trip with our expert staff.

Advanced Mtn Expedition

These are our most challenging expeditions. Clients must have prior mountaineering experience. Most are participatory expeditions & involve load carrying, setting up of camps, cooking and campcraft. Altitude is generally greater than 6500m. Some of these expeditions also involve “technical” climbing and are for experienced alpine climbers / mountaineers only. Technical expeditions involve steep climbing at high altitude (including rock climbing). Participation on one of these expeditions is subject to acceptance by one of our high altitude mountaineering guides.
Suggested preparation: For grade 8-10 mountaineering expeditions you will need to be very fit and healthy. A minimum of 1 hour of aerobic exercise per session, four to five times a week is essential. Running and cycling in hilly areas is particularly beneficial as are multi day walks on the weekends. This is the ideal time to try out your boots and other gear to make sure you are prepared and ready for your expedition. If you are considering Intermediate or advanced level trips, you will need to discuss your preparation leading up to the trip with our expert staff.

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Offering an exciting abundance of attractions, activities, shopping and nightlife, Dubai is a cosmopolitan city that makes for a great short break.

Dubai is a modern city of compelling contrasts and boundless energy. With a unique combination of guaranteed sunshine all year round, sandy white beaches, welcoming atmosphere, diverse culinary experiences, modern infrastructure, and cultural attractions, Dubai offers visitors all the benefits of a cosmopolitan city combined with the magic of traditional Arabia.

Highlights

Explore the cosmopolitan city of Dubai
Visit modern and historically significant city sites
Sunset dinner safari in the sand dunes

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Dubai, private transfer to hotel

Upon arrival you will be met and transferred from the airport to your hotel in a private sedan car. Dubai - the City of Merchants - blends old with new. Glitzy and ostentatious the city is renown for its shopping and for being "over the top" but it also offers some fascinating insight into ancient Arab culture. The capital of the United Arab Emirates is a fascinating mix of tradition and progression, from the magnificent Emirates Palace Hotel and Yas Island Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit to the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and traditional Heritage Village.

Day 2 In Dubai, half day orientation tour

This fascinating tour provides peeks into Dubai’s rich history, from the Majlis Al Ghorfat, a royal residence built in 1955 and recently restored, to one of the modern world’s most legendary hotels. Your half day excursion takes in sprawling palaces, ancient wind towers and old souqs, the famous Jumeirah Mosque and the Dubai Museum, Al Fahidi Fort (a 200-year-old fortress) and old covered markets. It brings to life Dubai’s importance as a trading hub, pearl diving centre, and bargain haven. Fed by the waters of the Arabian Gulf, the Dubai Creek separates the suburbs of Deira and Bur Dubai. Sailing across its tranquil waters in a traditional abra (a wooden water taxi) the startling contrasts of the city come to life with towering architecture on one side, and small bustling alleyways on the other. (Please note: this city tour operates twice daily except on Fridays when it only runs in the afternoon. Please advise at time of booking whether you prefer morning or afternoon tour.)

Day 3 In Dubai, evening dune dinner safari

Today is at your leisure to explore Dubai city and surrounds. In the late afternoon, leaving behind the crowds and chaos of the city, trained safari guides driving 4x4 vehicles take us on a thrilling journey over towering sand dunes and through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. The desert is an amazing venue for a magical and memorable evening. There are great photo opportunities as we enjoy the beauty of the desert at dusk. As the sun casts its glow over the soft sands, lanterns come to life in the distance, signalling a traditional welcome to our desert camp. Inside, wonderful local hospitality revives memories of the Arabian Nights with Bedouin-style seating, aromatic water pipes, camel rides, sand art, traditional Arabic attire, henna designers and belly dancers. All of this is accompanied by the haunting strains of classical Arabian music. We dine this evening on a barbecue of grilled meats, fresh salads and delicious Arabic sweets. Selected beverages are included; others are available at additional cost.

Day 4 In Dubai, trip concludes

Your trip concludes this morning with a private transfer from the hotel to the airport.

Additional Information

Inclusions

3 breakfasts, 1 dinner
half day orientation tour of Dubai
dune dinner safari
private return airport transfers

Summary

4 day trip
3 nights hotel

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Equipment Required

Specialist gear required include walking shoes and a day pack (a comprehensive gear list is provided in the pre-departure information provided on booking).

What You Carry

We recommend you take a small day pack to carry all the things you need during the day whilst sightseeing or exploring. In your daypack you will need to carry a water bottle, camera gear, valuables and personal items such as sunscreen, lip-eze etc. Women should also carry a sarong or pashmina/ shawl in case you are requested to cover shoulders or hair in mosques or at culturally sensitive sites.

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Grading Definitions

Discovery & Cruising

Adventure Touring

Introductory

Introductory to Moderate

Moderate

Moderate to Challenging

Challenging

Entry Mtn/Exploratory Treks

Intermediate Mtn Expedition

Advanced Mtn Expedition

Offering an exciting abundance of attractions, activities, shopping and nightlife, Dubai is a cosmopolitan city that makes for a great short break.

Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Dubai, private transfer to hotel

Day 2 In Dubai, half day orientation tour

Day 3 In Dubai, evening dune dinner safari

Day 4 In Dubai, trip concludes

Additional Information

Inclusions

Summary

Group Size Min

Group Size Max

Accommodation Summary

Equipment Required

What You Carry

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Pocket Dubai

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Dubai & Abu Dhabi city guide

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Dubai

Souks and Deserts of Dubai

Grading Definitions

Discovery & Cruising

Adventure Touring

Introductory

Introductory to Moderate

Moderate

Moderate to Challenging

Challenging

Entry Mtn/Exploratory Treks

Intermediate Mtn Expedition

Advanced Mtn Expedition

Offering an exciting abundance of attractions, activities, shopping and nightlife, Dubai is a cosmopolitan city that makes for a great short break.

Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Dubai, private transfer to hotel

Day 2 In Dubai, half day orientation tour

Day 3 In Dubai, evening dune dinner safari

Day 4 In Dubai, trip concludes

Additional Information

Inclusions

Summary

Group Size Min

Group Size Max

Accommodation Summary

Equipment Required

What You Carry

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Pocket Dubai Buy the book Pocket Dubai

Dubai & Abu Dhabi city guide Buy the book Dubai & Abu Dhabi city guide Buy PDF chapters Dubai & Abu Dhabi city guide

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Dubai & Abu Dhabi city guide

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